Postdoc/Assistant Staff Scientist - Immunology/Autoimmunity/Inflammation

Postdoc/Assistant Staff Scientist - Immunology/Autoimmunity/Inflammation
Overview
Founded in 1946, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nation's oldest, most respected independent, nonprofit biomedical research institutes. OMRF is dedicated to understanding and developing more effective treatments for human diseases, focusing on critical research areas such as Alzheimer's disease, cancer, lupus, Multiple Sclerosis, and cardiovascular disease. OMRF follows an innovative cross-disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nation's leaders in patents per scientist.
Located in Oklahoma City, a city that offers a dynamic and flourishing downtown area, with low cost of living, short commute times and a diversified economy, OMRF has been voted one of the Top Workplaces since the inception of the award. This achievement has been accomplished thanks to OMRF individuals who share a unified understanding that our excellence can only be fully realized with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to these values.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including, medical, dental, and vision insurance, minimum 8% company retirement contribution, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, onsite cafe, free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer, free parking and much more! Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro and out of state. Learn more about our benefits here.
OMRF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Responsibilities
The Gorman Lab is seeking a highly motivated, passionate team player to join our efforts as a Postdoctoral Scientist or Assistant Staff Scientist to investigate the mechanisms of autoimmune disease and/or inflammation. This role involves designing and conducting research experiments; managing research projects; preparing reports and papers for publication, presentation, and future research; contributing to grant writing, and guiding/leading graduate students, postdocs (if applicable) and additional lab staff; may manage staff.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of scientific theory and research

Demonstrates skill in formulating and testing hypotheses

Ability to conduct scientific research experiments, analyze, and summarize data and results

Ability to write and present technical, scientific papers, and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Mentor students and guide/direct the work of less senior scientists
Qualifications
Ph.D. in a biological science, chemistry, physics or other relevant area, M.D., or equivalent.Highly motivated and enthusiastic about science. Must be detail oriented, organized, and able to work independently, as well as part of a team. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate and write summaries of results.
To apply, visit https://careers-omrf.icims.com/jobs/1749/postdoc-assistant-staff-scientist/job?in_iframe=1
OMRF’s excellence can only be fully realized by individuals who share our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to these values. OMRF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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